What are the responsibilities and job description for the F&B Inventory & Cost Control Manager position at Cinépolis Cinemas USA?
DEPARTMENT: Finance
LOCATION: Dallas, Corporate Office
JOB DUTIES
- Supplier Management and Negotiation: Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best quality ingredients, beverages, and supplies at competitive prices. Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable and timely delivery of goods.
- Quality Control: Implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure that all incoming products meet our restaurant's standards. Work closely with suppliers to address any quality issues promptly and effectively.
- Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels of ingredients, beverages, and supplies to prevent stockouts or excess inventory. Utilize inventory management systems to track inventory levels, forecast demand, and optimize stock levels based on consumption patterns.
- Ordering Process Optimization: Streamline the ordering process to improve efficiency and accuracy. Develop standardized procedures for placing orders, including order placement methods, order frequency, and order quantity calculations.
- Supply Chain Coordination: Coordinate closely with kitchen staff, bar managers, and other relevant personnel to ensure that orders are placed in a timely manner and that quantities align with production needs. Facilitate communication between various departments to optimize supply chain operations.
- Cost Management: Analyze pricing trends and cost structures to identify opportunities for cost savings. Implement cost-saving initiatives, such as bulk purchasing, strategic sourcing, and vendor consolidation, to reduce procurement costs without compromising quality.
- Vendor Performance Evaluation: Evaluate supplier performance based on criteria such as delivery reliability, product quality, and responsiveness to issues. Provide feedback to suppliers and work collaboratively to address any performance gaps.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, administration, or related field.
- Proven experience in supply chain management, procurement, or purchasing roles within the restaurant industry, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
SKILLS
- Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
- Proficiency in inventory management software and systems (Crunchtime preferred).
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a general office environment where typical levels of noise, dust and activity can be expected. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be added at any time per the business needs.
Cinépolis USA is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
**Cinepolis is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.